Turning to the 21 Aug 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Thamarassery Market APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Potato yards.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.7% above the period average and just 23.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Thamarassery Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹1,300 (21.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Thamarassery Market APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,219. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,400 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Thamarassery Market APMC posted this Potato rate on 21 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.